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Third Offense

Description:

The term "third offense" refers to a legal concept that signifies the commission of a specific offense for the third time. It is commonly used in criminal justice systems to determine the severity of punishment for repeat offenders. The designation of a "third offense" indicates that the individual has been previously convicted twice for the same offense.

Usage:

Part of Speech: Noun

1. Sarah was sentenced to ten years in prison for her third offense of driving under the influence.

2. The judge increased the penalties for the defendant's third offense of domestic violence.

Part of Speech: Adjective

1. Due to his third offense conviction, Mark received a significantly harsher sentence.

2. The law imposes stricter penalties for third offense theft convictions.

Part of Speech: Idiom

1. This is Larry's third offense, and he is likely to face the maximum penalty this time.

2. The court treats a third offense as an indicator of habitual criminal behavior.

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